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118 E Westwood Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49006
Comforts Of Home' AFC is privately owned and operated by a Licensee of the state of Michigan. Conveniently located on the west side, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. A quiet, serene and caring home, for elderly women, who are mobile. The home-like family setting is secure and has a comfortable atmosphere....
8253 Virginia St, Merrillville, IN 46410
Virginia Place is located just south of Forest Hill Park in the small town of Merrillville Indiana. Merrillville is located just 15 minutes south of Lake Michigan which is a popular recreational destination for our residents and their families. Our beautiful community is a single story building...
2300 Village Point, Chesterton, IN 46304
Residences at Coffee Creek is Duneland's award winning senior living community. Our community offers a unique approach to senior living and memory care, blending a culture of independence, compassionate care and modern senior living. Being physician-owned and locally-operated, we’re big enough to...
807 Witters Ct., Portage, MI 49024
2601 Valparaiso Street, Valparaiso, IN 46383
Exceptional Senior LivingChoose us for your next home base, and you can the stress and isolation that often come with life at home for an upgraded quality of life. Chores are gone. Laundry, cleaning, home maintenance—we’ll take care of all of that. All you have to take care of it living your best...
1400 East Coolspring Avenue, Michigan City, IN 46360
At Trail Creek Place, we take pride in creating a comfortable and caring environment, and offer our residents the opportunity to thrive in mind and body by developing individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident. We enjoy providing activities that allow for physical, social and...
620 Ely Street, Allegan, MI 49010
Welcome to Briarwood Assisted Living & Memory Care! We are happy to be part of the Allegan community! Our mission is to honor God by providing high-quality senior lifestyle services that promote every person’s value and dignity. We do this by providing personalized care to our residents in a...
4010 S. Ironwood Drive, South Bend, IN 46614
Grand Emerald Place provides residents (and their pets) with a home-like environment, support for activities of daily living, and a community where they can thrive. We develop personalized care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day...
7250 Arthur Blvd, Merrillville, IN 46410
Be the center of attention at Towne Centre, where weekly socials, exercise programs, clubs and games let residents get the most out of life while experiencing the best in Independent Living and Assisted Living services in Merrillville, Indiana. We also boast Special Care services to promote a...
13165 Wilton Avenue, New Buffalo, MI 49117
About Carol's Home - AFC Carol's Home — Adult Foster Care (AFC) has been continuously providing quality home care for the elderly, since 2001. We are a Christian home with an experienced staff that is both courteous and compassionate. We provide for our residents' needs 24 hours a day 7...
6203 Stadium Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
3026 Witters Ct., Portage, MI 49024
3109 E Bristol St, Elkhart, IN 46514
Eastlake Terrace is an assisted living community in Elkhart, Indiana. Elkhart is a vibrant and historic town that exudes small town charm and Midwestern hospitality. Just a short drive from Chicago, Indianapolis and South Bend, Elkhart offers residents the perfect combination of tranquil living...
3700 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49006
New Friends Memory Care & Assisted Living Community in Kalamazoo, MI, strives to help every person live as independently as possible. We do this by offering individual suites in one of our three exceptional lodges designated for mild, moderate and extensive care. We promote a home-like...
1409 East Day Road, Mishawaka, IN 46545
North Woods Village Edison Lakes provides residents with an assisted living community that is located in Mishawaka, Indiana, a part of St. Joseph County. This community offers residents a comfortable place to live, and the city of Mishawaka is a beautiful location to visit or to call home. Guests...
1420 Saint Mary's Cir, Hobart, IN 46342
Brentwood at Hobart is an assisted living and memory care community in Hobart, Indiana. Our historic city exudes small town Midwestern charm with unmatched vibrancy. We have a thriving downtown area with shopping and dining as well as an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities. Home to...
4300 Cleveland Ave, Michigan City, IN 46360
It's A Wonderful Senior Life At Rittenhouse Village, Our Philosophy is Different We're creating a resident-focused senior-living community with you and your well-being in mind. At Rittenhouse Village At Michigan City, we've designed the very best in senior living by blending wonderful amenities...
7900 Rhode Island St, Merrillville, IN 46410
Journey Senior Living of Merrillville is an assisted living memory care community in Merrillville, IN. A licensed nurse on every shift supervises CNAs providing assistance with all Activities of Daily Living.Activities, from live music to visiting pets, keep seniors with dementia as...
430 Cleveland Road, Granger, IN 46530
Find Your Redefined Independence HereNot all senior living communities are created equal. In our comfortable, welcoming community you’ll find a life filled with interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with, in a community that feels just like home sweet home. And because we’ll...
101 W 87th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410
Merrillville, Indiana is a town that caters to a friendly population with a variety of hobbies, interests, and passions. At Spring Mill Health Campus, we're the same. When it comes to deciding how to spend their days, residents can choose from a variety of activities and excursions, including...
706 Kentucky Avenue, South Haven, MI 49090
Welcome to River Ridge Retirement Village! We are happy to be part of the South Haven community! Our mission is to honor God by providing high-quality senior lifestyle services that promote every person’s value and dignity. We do this by providing personalized care to our residents in a...
1300 Vale Park Road, Valparaiso, IN 46383
It's A Wonderful Senior Life At Rittenhouse Village, Our Philosophy is Different We're creating a resident-focused senior living community with you and your well-being in mind. At Rittenhouse Village At Valparaiso, we've designed the very best in senior living by blending wonderful amenities...
6330 N Fir Rd, Granger, IN 46530
Welcome to StoryPoint Granger! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to make every...
2501 Valparaiso Street, Valparaiso, IN 46383
Great Care for Great SeniorsMemory care shouldn’t mean giving up on a satisfying life. That’s why our community builds activities into every day, specifically chosen because each one contributes to some significant quality of life. We offer dedicated memory care in Valparaiso, Indiana, a dynamic...
2528 Bypass Road, Elkhart, IN 46514
3100 Old Centre Road, Portage, MI 49024
When you need help with a few minor things so you can enjoy the important things, then Brookdale Portage in Portage, Mich., may be just the place you’re looking for. Our assisted living community offers a lifestyle that celebrates and encourages independence while providing the comfort of an...
6235 Sterling Creek Road, Portage, IN 46368
It's A Wonderful Senior Life At Rittenhouse Village, Our Philosophy is Different We're creating a resident-focused senior living community with you and your well-being in mind. At Rittenhouse Village At Portage, we've designed the very best in senior living by blending wonderful amenities with...
2024 County Road #24, Elkhart, IN 46517
Elkhart Place is a pet friendly senior living community where we provide residence with quality care and assistance in their daily routine when needed, while promoting independence as long as possible. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time licensed...
3951 W Milham Ave, Portage, MI 49024
At StoryPoint Portage, we love our opportunity to serve seniors and their families in this community. Our senior living options are designed to cater to any stage of life, including independent living, enhanced living, assisted living, and memory care. We feel so lucky to play a role in each...
1215 Trinity Place, Mishawaka, IN 46545
Heritage Point Alzheimer's Special Care is an assisted living community located in Mishawaka, Indiana, in Joseph County and home to just over 48,000 people. Nicknamed 'the Princess City,' Mishawaka has beautiful planned communities along the St. Joe River. Residents will enjoy the scenic parks...
5364 Greenmeadow Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Sojourner Place offers empathetic care in a peaceful neighborhood setting. We are located in Kalamazoo, Michigan, just one mile west of Western Michigan University and our residents enjoy all of the recreational, educational and cultural opportunities that the university offers. We offer...
2002 Andrew Ave, La Porte, IN 46350
Brentwood at La Porte is a senior care community offering independent living, assisted living and memory care services in La Porte, Indiana. Our stunning community is located in a peaceful residential area just ten miles south of Lake Michigan in the heart of La Porte. La Porte is a highly...
425 Chinworth Court, Warsaw, IN 46580
Lake City Place is a small, homelike community in Warsaw, Indiana. We are two miles east of Center Lake with its many recreational opportunities. Residents particularly enjoy the concerts at the Park as well as Plays at the Wagon Wheel Theatre. We also offer many recreational activities at home...
475 N Niles Ave, South Bend, IN 46617
137 Grace Village Drive, Winona Lake, IN 46590
1300 East Coolspring Avenue, Michigan City, IN 46360
At Trail Creek Place, we take pride in creating a comfortable and caring environment, and offer our residents the opportunity to thrive in mind and body by developing individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident. We enjoy providing activities that allow for physical, social and...
422 Espanola Ave, Parchment, MI 49004
Espanola House, llcWe are Caring hearts providing you with the peace of mind you deserve.Espanola House is a newly remodeled Adult Foster Care home nestled in the City of Parchment near Kindleberger Park, downtown Kalamazoo, and close to Borgess Hospital and emergency services. We are a family...
1025 Park Pl, Mishawaka, IN 46545
Live like a princess or prince at The Waterford at Edison Lakes, an Independent Living community in Mishawaka, Indiana, that boasts a new building and beautifully manicured grounds. Our community in the 'Princess City' offers the freedom to live the way residents choose in comfortable...
1729 Wabash Ave, Rochester, IN 46975
Take pride in residing at Wynnfield Crossing, an Assisted Living community in Rochester, Indiana. Our residents are warmhearted, interesting people who enjoy Assisted Living — freedom from the worries and dangers of solitary living, cooking and cleaning with the knowledge of knowing someone...
677 Hazen, Paw Paw, MI 49079
Welcome to Maple Lake Assisted Living & Memory Care! We are happy to be part of the Paw Paw community! Our mission is to honor God by providing high-quality senior lifestyle services that promote every person’s value and dignity. We do this by providing personalized care to our residents in a...
700 Eley St., Otsego, MI 49078
Vicinia Gardens of Otsego, MI is a warm, welcoming community that offers personalized care plans developed to meet the needs of our residents fully and efficiently. Private one bedroom apartments including a private bathroom, living room, closet and bedroom, your loved on will feel right at home!...
17650 Generations Dr, South Bend, IN 46635
Celebrate Life at Wood Ridge! Wood Ridge can provide for all your assisted living needs in a comfortable home-like setting. We are located in a beautiful wooded area where you can enjoy the serenity of nature while being close to shopping and medical services. Our residents enjoy many amenities...
343 East 90th Drive, Merrillville, IN 46410
1215 North Elm Street, Three Rivers, MI 49093
At Bowman Place we combine serene country living with the convenience and security of a lively senior community. We are located in the north end of the small town of Three Rivers, Michigan. We are located one mile west of Hidden Marsh Sanctuary which is a popular destination for our residents and...
29601 Amerihost Dr., Dowagiac, MI 49047
Welcome to Forest Glen Assisted Living. We are happy to be part of the Dowagiac community! Our mission is to honor God by providing high-quality senior lifestyle services that promote every person’s value and dignity. We do this by providing personalized care to our residents in a comfortable,...
1147 South Third Street, Niles, MI 49120
Brentwood at Niles is an assisted living and memory care community located in Niles, Michigan. Niles is a historic town, with roots dating back to the early 1800s. Boasting small town Midwestern charm, Niles is warm and welcoming while also being progressive and modern. Our city offers residents...
17441 State Road 23, South Bend, IN 46635
Find Redefined IndependenceIf you’re looking for a more refined senior living, look no further. Here, you’ll enjoy exceptional living accommodations, a seemingly endless activities calendar, and care that prioritizes your independence.We are an assisted living community in South Bend, Indiana, a...
530 Tanglewood Ln, Mishawaka, IN 46545
Tanglewood Trace is an independent and assisted living community in Mishawaka, Indiana. Mishawaka is a vibrant city located near South Bend. Mishawaka is a quaint and charming city, known for its Midwestern charm, friendly people and abundance of outdoor spaces. Home to one of the largest...
3304 Monroe Street, La Porte, IN 46350
Settlers Place is located in the small town of La Porte, Indiana. We are on the southeast edge of town, where we can enjoy the beautiful farmland and also be close to downtown for activities and shopping. We encourage our residents to enjoy the outdoors and offer transportation to our wonderful...
3150 Old Centre Avenue, Portage, MI 49024
Seniors who require specialized memory care can get the extra safety and security they need in our comfortable, homelike setting just about 20 minutes from Kalamazoo. Our customized programs provide loving care and meaningful interaction by a specially trained staff to help our residents maintain...
Assisted living communities provide organized living communities and aid for seniors who might require support with everyday activities such as mobility or self-administering medication. The types of service provided often include support with ADLs. Occupants may be kept under monitoring and evaluation. Under certain circumstances, communities may provide Alzheimer’s care, skilled nursing, or hospice. The annual median cost for a private room is around $111,508 and the cost for a semi-private room is around $100,481 . The state of Michigan maintains specific regulations associated with this type of community. The Department of Human Services licenses certifies this community type. Staff must receive education in a number of fields. These include: supervision, reporting requirements and documentation, staff training program based on the home’s program statement, and staff training program based on the residents’ service plans. This community type has a number of provisions pertaining to medication assistance. These provisions include proper training of direct care workers to handle and administer medications, reminding a resident to maintain his/her medication schedule in accordance with the prescription, and medication supervision and administration. The minimum number of residents for this community type is 21. This community has a number of provisions concerning food and diet which include communities must provide medical nutrition therapy if prescribed by a licensed health care professional, three daily meals and snacks must be provided, and Food must be prepared in accordance with the recommended daily dietary allowances of the Food and Nutrition Board of the National Academy of Sciences National Research Council. This type of community is required to offer a number of services. These include reminding resident of important activities to be carried out, being aware of a resident’s general whereabouts, assisting a resident to keep appointments, and supporting a resident’s personal and social needs. Before a resident is accepted, they must go through a service plan screening to assure their needs are going to be met. This screening includes a number of areas of interest such as service plan takes into account the preferences and competency of the resident, The home must complete a service plan in cooperation with each resident and/or their representative, service plan identifies the individual’s specific needs for care, and service plan identifies the individual’s need for activities. Public assistance is available through Medicaid State Plan.
Cost of living is a big influence when selecting which community works for you or your loved one’s needs. Buchanan has a median home value of around $110,454 and the median cost of rent is around $870 per month per month. The rent burden for Buchanan is around 19.1% of the average monthly income.
In Buchanan, 7.7% live in poverty, 6.4% do not have health insurance, 65.8% participate in the labor force, and 8.3% are widows. Buchanan has a population density of 660 people per square mile. Currently, the population of Buchanan consists of 4,313 people. Out of the total city population, 48.6% are male and 51.4% are female. The median age of Buchanan is 37 years old. In Buchanan, 7.9% of the citizens are veterans. Of the population of Buchanan 3.2% have a graduate degree, 13.9% have a college degree, and 42.4% have a high-school diploma. Demographically, Buchanan is 0.5% Asian, 1.1% Native American, 0.0% other or not specified, 12.1% black, 80.2% white, 6.1% mixed race, 4.9% Hispanic, and 0.0% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian.
Based on natural beauty, Michigan ranks 29th in the nation. Overall, Michigan ranks 33rd in quality of life and 24th in healthcare compared to other US states. The state of Michigan has 148 hospitals and 259 health centers, providing care to a population of 10,015,421. The top three hospitals in the state are considered to be University Of Michigan Health System, Mercy Health Muskegon, and Holland Community Hospital. In terms of resources, Michigan has a cost of living index of 89.3, a grocery index rating of 89.3, and a housing index rating of 75.2. These index ratings are based on a system where 100 is considered the national average and anything below 100 is considered less expensive than the national average.
The state has a median age of 40 and 31% of its population being over the age of 55. In terms of diversity, Michigan ranks 36th in the nation. In terms of religious values, 33% of Michigan’s population regularly attend some form of service and there are in total 9,521 different congregations. The top three Christian denominations in the state are Evangelical Protestant-25%, Mainline Protestant-18%, and Historically Black Protestant-8%. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-<1%, Muslim-<1%, and Buddhist-<1%. In Michigan there are 351 masonic lodges. In the most recent presidential election, 48% of Michigan residents voted Republican and 47% voted Democrat.
On average, Michigan has an air quality index rating of around 38.1 AQI. The average air quality index rating peaks in the month of May with a rating of around 54.5 AQI. The average monthly precipitation for the state of Michigan is around 2.76 inches. The average amount of precipitation peaks during the month of June at around 4.76 inches. On average, the humidity rating for Michigan is around 72%. Humidity levels tend to reach their peak in the month of December at around 81%. The average temperature in the summer rises to around 67F. The average high summer temperature is around 85F in the month of July. In the summer, the average low temperature drops to around 44F during the month of June. During the winter, the average temperature in Michigan drops to around 23F. During the winter, the average high temperature peaks at around 37F during the month of February. In the winter months, the average low temperature falls to around -2F during the month of January. While residents of Michigan mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in Michigan can include tornadoes.
The state of Michigan has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of White Oak, Red Maple, Eastern Cottonwood, and Sugar Maple. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the Chinook Salmon, the Smelt, the Common Carp And Suckers, or the Coyote. The state animal of Michigan is the White-tailed Deer.
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Comforts of Home AFC, Residences at Coffee Creek and Espanola House are the top rated assisted living facilities near Buchanan, Michigan. See full list of communities.
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